Village Works Academy

Village Works Academy is a transitional services program at The Village Centers designed for young adults ages 18-22 who are preparing to enter the workforce. Village Works Academy focuses on building the skills and real-world experience needed to achieve competitive, integrated employment, helping villagers succeed based on their strengths, abilities, and potential.

The goal of Village Works Academy is to enhance the lives of individuals with IDD
and provide them with opportunities to gain job skills training and potentially enter the workforce.

What We Do

CAREER EXPLORATION

  • Identifying your strengths and job fit
  • Exploring potential career pathways

SELF-ADVOCACY

  • Understanding workplace rights
  • Building confidence to advocate for support and accommodations

WORK-BASED LEARNING

  • Community-based work experience
  • Job shadowing and hands-on training

VILLAGE WORKS ACADEMY INTEREST FORM

JOIN US

Are you passionate about helping us reach their full potential? We are now accepting applications for a Career Coach. Contact Kaiya Washington at kwashington@thevillagecenters.org.

For More Information

Contact the Vocational Program Manager at kwashington@thevillagecenters.org.

Common Questions

Find Out More About Our Services

We provide a variety of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These include assistance with daily activities, social engagement opportunities, and specialized care programs designed to enhance quality of life.

Enrolling is easy! Just reach out to us through our contact page, and we’ll guide you through the process. We’ll discuss your loved one’s needs and how we can support them here at our center.

We are open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. We look forward to welcoming you and providing the care you need during these hours.

Absolutely! We encourage visits to our center. Please contact us to schedule a tour so you can see our facility firsthand and meet our dedicated staff.

We recommend bringing any relevant medical documents or care plans, along with your questions and concerns. This will help us better understand how we can serve you.

Your support is invaluable! Consider volunteering your time, making a donation, or spreading the word about our services. Every bit helps us continue to make a difference in our community.

Need More Information?

If you still have questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out.